Emergency measures to control wind erosion
Recent wind conditions in western Kansas have been conducive to soil erosion. Winter wheat and other fall-planted crop fields may be susceptible during periods of low cover. It is important to monitor field conditions and identify vulnerable fields. Emergency tillage can help mitigate soil loss during periods of high winds.
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Cropland, Soil, and Nutrient Impacts After Wildfire
Wildfires can leave cropland bare, expose soils to severe wind erosion, and damage wheat. This article provides guidance for assessing plant injury, managing residue-free fields, choosing between fallow, cover crops, or cash crops, and implementing emergency tillage when needed.